IADR STAR Network Fellowship
Fellowship supports early-career dental, oral, and craniofacial researchers to attend the IADR General Session and complete a short-term research placement at a leading laboratory.
Funder: American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 for travel/accommodation plus prepaid meeting registration; up to three weeks research placement
Summary: Supports early-career dental, oral, and craniofacial researchers to attend the IADR General Session and participate in a short-term research experience at a leading laboratory.
Key Information: Must be an IADR member and a current PhD student or within five years post-PhD.
Description
This fellowship is designed to support early-career researchers in dental, oral, and craniofacial sciences by providing funding to attend the IADR General Session & Exhibition and conduct a short-term research placement at a renowned laboratory immediately before or after the event. The program aims to foster professional networking, exposure to innovative research environments, and acquisition of new research techniques. Fellows are encouraged to develop collaborative research protocols and explore joint funding opportunities. Awardees are required to submit a report on their experience, which may be featured in IADR publications.
